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Delaware State University

Dover, DE

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Delaware State University, located in Dover, Delaware, is a vibrant institution dedicated to the academic and personal growth of its students. With a rich history and commitment to excellence, it provides an inclusive and supportive environment for learning and innovation.
5,327
Students
45%
Acceptance Rate
Undergrads
4,581
Classification
University
Type
Public, State
Religious Affiliation
None
Website
desu.edu
Founded in 1891, Delaware State University has cultivated a diverse and welcoming community that emphasizes both professional and personal development. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs designed to meet the evolving needs of society. Students at DSU benefit from a dynamic campus life, enriched by various extracurricular activities and a strong sense of community engagement. Through its commitment to research, service, and innovation, Delaware State University continues to empower its students to thrive in a global society.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into Delaware State University?

45% acceptance rate
Selective
Admission Standards
Grades & Testing
Average SAT score
Unknown
Testing
Test Optional
Average High School GPA
Unknown
Application Deadlines
Regular Application Deadline
October 1
Early Decision
No

The most important factors Delaware State University considers when admitting students are:

  • •Academic GPA
  • •Class Rank
  • •Rigor of Secondary School Record

Financials

See what it costs to attend Delaware State University.

$ 28,888
In-state list price
$ 38,879
Out-of-state list price
$ 13,953
Average net price
$ 28,888
Merit Price™
Stingy
Merit Meter™

Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Delaware State University?

Urban
Campus Setting
Democrat
State vote for president
Weather
Sunny days
Cloudy

Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Delaware State University.

17:1
Student to faculty ratio
28%
4-year grad rate
39%
6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Delaware State are:

  • Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
  • Business Administration and Management, General
  • Biology/Biological Sciences, General

Demographics

Who attends Delaware State University?

No
State DEI laws
Student Body
Students
5,327
Women
64%
Men
36%

Housing

What's it like living at Delaware State University?

$16,175
Room & Board
0.6
Housing units / student
58
%
Students on campus

FAQs

How much does Delaware State University cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $28,888 to attend Delaware State.

How many people attend Delaware State University?

5,327 people attend Delaware State. 4,581 are undergraduate students and 746 are graduate students.

Where is Delaware State University located?

Delaware State University is located in Dover, Delaware. It is in an Urban environment.

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